by David Wagner | Sep 20, 2024 | Blog, Market Updates
I’m hyped. Things David Wagner is hyped for: I’m hyped for the market; I’m hyped for the Aptus ETF strategies; I’m hyped for the structure of our Asset Allocation (MOAR Stock, Less Bonds, Risk Neutral); I’m hyped for the Oklahoma v....
by John Luke Tyner | Sep 19, 2024 | Blog, Bonds
The debate between 25 or 50bps has been settled. It appears that markets strong-armed the Fed to front-load their first cut, where today they cut the funds rate by 50bps. This moved the target rate range from 5.25% – 5.50% to 4.75% – 5.00%. The updated...
by John Archbold | Sep 16, 2024 | Blog, Investment Concepts
There has been much ink spilled on the topic of the explosive growth in the ETF space over the last few years. For this author who came into the profession when the mutual fund was still King (and I still had hair), it has been astonishing to watch that regime shift....
by Aptus PM Team | Sep 13, 2024 | Blog, Charts
Our team looks at a lot of research throughout each day. A few charts that caught our eye this week, and the way they fit the unfolding puzzle of evidence: John Luke: Chatter around a 50 bps cut jumped a bit late in the week, we’ll see what’s in store next Wednesday...
by John Luke Tyner | Sep 11, 2024 | Blog, Bonds
September 11th We take a moment at Aptus today to remember the lives lost on this tragic day 23 years ago. We are grateful for the men and women who make the enormous sacrifice to keep our nation safe. Never forget! August CPI Update This morning U.S....
by David Wagner | Sep 11, 2024 | Blog, Market Updates
First and foremost, I hope everyone takes time to reflect on the events of 23 years ago and pray for those who lost their lives, fought for our country, risked their lives to save others, and for the safety and unity of everyone in our country. These events...